Obviously, a Jersey diner topped this list.

New Jerseyans know our diners are superior, but here's just one more confirmation: Time Out New York just ranked East Newark's Tops Diners the best in the country. The diner, which serves classics such as eggs Benedict and meatloaf, has a full bar and bakes its sweets on the premises, has been open seven days a week since 1972 and was chosen for its fresh food and massive menu. Tops' most noteworthy dish, according to the magazine? The Fatty Melt, a burger with two grilled cheese sandwiches as the "buns" with pickles and bacon, for $14.49.

The tristate was well represented on the list of 20 diners - coming in at number two on Time Out's list is Tom's Restaurant in New York City, while The Waverly Restaurant, also in New York, made the list at number 17.